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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: August 2024

September 9, 2024

Canada The number of people employed increased in August by 22,100 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment increased this month to 6.6%, its highest since September 2021. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+2,700), while the service sector saw growth of 19,500 jobs. Labour force: 21,994,600 (+82,500) Employment: 20,535,700 (+22,100) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in August, up from the previous [...]

Categories: Labour Market Information, News

The Year That Was: Digital Nova Scotia’s 2024 Annual General Meeting Recap

September 6, 2024

On September 5th, Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) hosted its Annual General Meeting and networking event, bringing together members and partners across the province. With events held in Halifax, New Glasgow, Mahone Bay, Sydney, and virtually, more than 100 attendees gathered to celebrate another successful year for DNS as we marked our 35th anniversary as a non-profit organization. With all of that in mind, we’d like to express a huge thank [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, News, Tech Industry

Bridging the Digital Divide: The Mission of GEO Nova Scotia

August 14, 2024

GEO Nova Scotia, a nonprofit organization founded in 2022, has quickly become a crucial player in addressing digital inclusion throughout the province. The organization was born out of a pressing need for online connectivity during the pandemic, and since its inception, it has been dedicated to ensuring all Nova Scotians have the resources needed to access the internet. Matt Spurway, the organization’s Executive Director, described how a provincially funded initiative [...]

Categories: Member News, Member Profiles, Members, News, Tech Industry

Digital Nova Scotia unveils $100k TechQuity Award to empower African Nova Scotians in tech

August 12, 2024

HALIFAX, NS – August 12, 2024 – Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is proud to announce the establishment of the Digital Nova Scotia TechQuity Award, an innovative educational scholarship designed to support African Nova Scotian students pursuing undergraduate studies in the technology sector. This landmark initiative made possible through a $100,000 endowment fund in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS), underscores DNS’ commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion [...]

Categories: News, Students, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2024

August 12, 2024

Canada The number of people employed declined in July by 2,800 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.4%. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+12,100), while the service sector saw job reductions of 14,800. Labour force: 21,912,100 (-11,300) Employment: 20,513,600 (-2,800) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in July, down from the previous month by 6,500 jobs. Part-time [...]

Categories: Labour Market Information, News

Uniting the Tech Community: DevOpsDays Halifax Brings Innovation and Networking to Atlantic Canada

August 6, 2024

DevOpsDays, an internationally acclaimed series of technical conferences, is coming to Halifax for the first time August 21 and 22. Spearheaded by local tech professionals Dewan Ahmed, Nahrin Jalal, Matt Joy, and Seif Elbayomi, this event is set to create a significant impact on the region’s technology landscape. DevOpsDays originated in Ghent, Belgium, in 2009. It was born from the need for a dedicated platform where DevOps professionals could come [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2024

July 10, 2024

Canada Fewer people were working in June as employment fell by 1,400 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.4%, reaching its highest point since January 2022. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+12,600), while the service sector saw job reductions of 14,100. Labour force: 21,923,400 (+40,400) Employment: 20,516,400 (-1,400) Atlantic Canada Employment rose during the month by 4,500 jobs. [...]

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Sparrow BioAcoustics’ Innovative Stethophone: Revolutionizing Early Disease Detection

June 28, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology, one company is making significant strides in acoustic diagnostic tools: Sparrow BioAcoustics. The medical software startup based in Newfoundland, Canada, is making waves with its groundbreaking development, the Stethophone. This innovative application turns any smartphone into a digital stethoscope, enabling users to monitor their heart and lung sounds with medical-grade precision. Recently, Sparrow BioAcoustics has been piloting the Stethophone in Ukraine, demonstrating [...]

Categories: Member News, Member Profiles, Members, News, Tech Industry

Nova Scotia’s tech sector impresses at North America’s largest tech conference

June 25, 2024

The Digital Nova Scotia team was in Toronto last week for Collision 2024, North America’s largest tech conference. This marked our third consecutive year attending the event, where we absorbed the latest innovations, supported our industry members and showcased the unique advantages of living and working in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia’s presence was particularly strong this year, with Invest Nova Scotia leading a delegation of 21 companies—the largest contingent of [...]

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Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Cybersecurity | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois: Cybersécurité

June 13, 2024

Français en bas The conclusion of Cohort 4 in the Skills for Hire Atlantic cybersecurity program represents a significant achievement. We are delighted to recognize the exceptional efforts of our final three students of the month from this cohort! Their unwavering dedication, commitment, and genuine passion for mastering cybersecurity have been remarkably commendable. Witnessing their growth and progress throughout the program has been a source of immense joy and satisfaction! [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Data Analytics | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois : Analyse de Données

June 13, 2024

Français en bas The Skills for Hire Atlantic Cohort 4 has officially come to an end and we are super excited to highlight the final three data analytics students of the month from this Cohort! All these students have shown immense hard work and dedication throughout the 20 week program, watching their growth has been a pleasure! Laura MacPhee Our first student of the month, Laura MacPhee, is originally from [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: May 2024

June 10, 2024

Canada Employment rose during the month by 26,700 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.2%, reaching its highest point since January 2022. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in May (-20,700), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 47,400 jobs. Labour force: 21,883,000 (+54,500) Employment: 20,517,800 (+26,700) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in May, down from the previous month [...]

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Digital Nova Scotia teams up with St. Francis Xavier University to increase AI adoption across N.S. through innovative microcredential program

May 14, 2024

Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) has partnered with St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) to develop and deliver a new microcredential program that will equip professionals across various industries in Nova Scotia with essential skills in using artificial intelligence (AI) tools for their work. The Practical AI Utilization Microcredential program is generously funded through the Department of Labour, Skills & Immigration’s Microcredentials Initiative Innovation Fund and is aimed at enhancing digital skills [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: April 2024

May 13, 2024

Canada More people were working in April, with the addition of 90,400 jobs. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.1%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in April (-10,400), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 100,700 jobs. Labour force: 21,828,500 (+107,500) Employment: 20,491,100 (+90,400) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in April, [...]

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Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Cybersecurity | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois: Cybersécurité

May 8, 2024

Français en bas Welcome back to the Student of the Month blog series, where we take a moment to shine the light on our students’ outstanding achievements and the effort they’ve put into the program. This month for Cybersecurity, we first have Priscilla Phuong Nguyen! PRISCILLA PHUONG NGUYEN Priscilla currenlty works as a software developer in Fredericton, NB. She graduated with the Highest Academic Standing Award from the IT: Programmer [...]

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